651 Kleblealm
Description
Map & elevation profile
The Tour
The start and end point of the mountain bike route to Kleble Alm is the Freizeit Arena in the center of Sölden. Facing the Freizeit Arena, start to the right and cycle a few meters on the Ötztal Bike Path 11 to the social center. From here, turn left and pedal up Granbichlstraße, which soon becomes a forest road that you follow all the way to Kleble Alm.
The lush mountain meadows of Kleblealm lie with a view on the east slope above Sölden. The ascent of the moderate and just under 12 km long mountain bike route leads through the district of Granbichl. Both the initial asphalt road and the following forest road do not require major riding skills. However, 630 meters of elevation gain is more than just a casual ride. Soon the biker leaves the forest behind and can enjoy the view of the Gaislachkogl, the hub of the Sölden ski resort. Upon arrival at Kleblealm, it is worth stopping. Here you have a fantastic view of the surrounding mountains and can fully enjoy the quiet side of Sölden.
Slightly below Kleble Alm is the Stallwies Alm, which can also be reached via the Kleble Alm Trail (699) or the mountain bike route Kleble Alm (651). Whether going up or already back down the valley, Stallwies Alm is the perfect place for a stop.
After a break at one of the alpine pastures, freeriders are in for a real treat: The footpath down to Sölden (699) offers one of the best single trails in the region. Steep and demanding, this option requires good riding skills. Not only do sections with roots challenge both rider and equipment. Those who prefer to roll down more comfortably can simply return via the approach route.
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Mountain areas
Details
Characteristics
Way types
Additional information
More info about biking & cycling in the Ötztal: https://www.oetztal.com/biken
Directions
The moderate mountain bike route starts at the Freizeit Arena in Sölden. At the first intersection, turn into Granbichlstraße and follow it. After a few meters, you reach the Altenwohnheim. Granbichlstraße leads uphill directly to the hamlet of the same name, Granbichl. Always follow Granbichlstraße, soon leaving the last houses of the hamlet behind. The paved road continues for a few more meters before turning into gravel. You pass a barrier and follow the wide gravel path, always uphill. At the next fork, stay left and follow the signage for the mountain bike route toward Kleblealm. The higher you go, the better the view of the surrounding mountains of Sölden. On the opposite side towers the middle and top station of the Gaislachkoglbahn at the eponymous summit. From the Stallwiesalm / Kleblealm junction, it is only a few hundred meters to the tour destination, Kleblealm. The alpine pasture is located in a beautiful, scenic spot and is also the starting point for several summit tours, including the local mountain of Sölden, the Söldenkogl. Slightly below Kleblealm lies Stallwiesalm, which also invites you to rest. It can be reached via the narrow Kleble Alm Trail (699) or the wide ascent path. After a well-deserved break at one of the alpine pastures, the return ride to Sölden follows the approach route back. Freeriders have a real treat waiting. The footpath to Sölden (699) offers one of the best single trails in the region. Steep and challenging, this option requires a good level of riding skill.
Arrival
Public transit
Arrival by train
Travel comfortably and safely by train to the Ötztal station. A local bus departs directly from the station forecourt toward Obergurgl. The bus ride to Sölden takes about 1 to 1.5 hours.
All important information on bus schedules, connections, and taxi companies can be found here.
Starting point
Getting there
WHERE IS SÖLDEN?
Sölden is located in western Austria, in the federal state of TIROL, in a southern side valley of the Inn valley – the ÖTZTAL.
Arrival from the west:
from Vorarlberg to Tirol via the Arlberg pass or through the Arlberg tunnel (S 16) - Landeck - motorway A 12 direction Innsbruck - exit Ötztal after Roppener tunnel - B 186 (35km) to Sölden
From the north:
- Bad Tölz - Achen pass - B 181 - Jenbach - A 12 Innsbruck direction Bregenz - exit Ötztal - B 186 (35km) to Sölden
- Pfronten - Reutte - Fernpass - Imst - A 12 direction Innsbruck - exit Ötztal after Roppener tunnel or B 171 Tiroler Straße to Ötztal (vignette-free) - B 186 (35km) to Sölden
- Garmisch Partenkirchen - Ehrwald - Lermoos - Fernpass - Imst - A 12 direction Innsbruck - exit Ötztal after Roppener tunnel or B 171 Tiroler Straße to Ötztal (vignette-free) - B 186 (35km) to Sölden
- Garmisch Partenkirchen - Mittenwald - Scharnitz - Seefeld in Tirol - Telfs - A 12 direction Bregenz - exit Ötztal or B 171 Tiroler Straße to Ötztal (vignette-free) - B186 (35km) to Sölden
From the east:
from Munich or Salzburg on the A 93 to Kufstein, then on the A 12 direction Bregenz, via Innsbruck to exit Ötztal, then continuing on B 186 (35km) to Sölden
From the south:
coming from Bolzano towards Brenner (toll road) - Brenner motorway via Schönberg toll station direction Innsbruck - from Innsbruck on A 12 direction Bregenz to Ötztal approach - continue on B 186 (35km) to Sölden
Parking
At the valley stations of the Gaislachkoglbahn and Giggijochbahn, ample parking spaces are available, including parking garages.
Parking spaces are subject to fees.
Paid overnight parking in the Gaislachkogl parking garage is possible:
more information about overnight parking
Please respect that wild camping is prohibited!
Current information
The tour is within these protected areas.
Equipment
Gear up Rules! We recommend wearing BIKE REPUBLIC SÖLDEN bike protective gear (elbow protectors, knee protectors, helmet, back protector, ...) on all lines, trails, enduro tracks, and mountain bike routes. Move within the Republic only with a bike that meets today's quality standards.